While the destructive Los Angeles fires rage, all eyes have turned to the app that lets you track them. WIRED spoke with Watch Duty founder John Mills about how the platform has met the moment.

As multiple wildfires spread across Los Angeles, local have rushed to download the Watch Duty app to get the latest fire news and maps. Here’s how it works.

People are turning to online resources and smartphone app communities such as Watch Duty or Ring's "Neighbors" forum for wildfire updates.